Seaside stay .At this Pohara lodge, you'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Tata Beach and 9 miles (15 km) of Rawhiti Cave. Wainui Falls is within 9 miles (15 km) and Te Waikoropupu Springs is within 12 miles (20 km).
Te Waikoropupu Springs - 19 min drive - 10.4 miles
Kaiteriteri Beach - 51 min drive - 42.3 miles
Restaurants
The Wholemeal Cafe - 10 min drive
Roots Bar - 9 min drive
Nikau - 1 min walk
Penguin Cafe & Bar - 1 min walk
Dangerous Kitchen - 10 min drive
About this property
Ratanui Lodge
4.5-star luxury lodge near Tata Beach
Ratanui Lodge offers its guests an outdoor pool and a hot tub. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet.
Event space at this lodge measures 129 square feet (12 square meters) and includes a conference center. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the luxury Ratanui Lodge. Free self parking is available.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4.5-star Pohara lodge.
1 building
1 floor
10 guestrooms or units
129 sq ft of conference space
12 sq m of conference space
Built in 2010
Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
Poolside lounge chairs
Conference center
Dry cleaning
Self-service laundry
Front desk (limited hours)
Storage area for luggage
Front-desk safe
Tour and ticket information
Concierge
Wedding services available
Terrace
Garden
Fireplace in lobby
Smoking in designated areas
Bar or lounge
Dining venue
Ratanui Lodge offers 10 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.
Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet
Parking and transportation
Free uncovered self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Things to do
Hot tub
Outdoor pool
Piano
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No elevator
Stair-free path to entrance
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Room amenities
Entertainment
32-inch flat-screen TV
Bedroom
Down comforter
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Towels provided
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Mini-fridge
Room service
More
Access via exterior corridors
Ceiling fan
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome
Children and extra beds
Children 4 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 4 are welcome.
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 percent
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
We should mention
Children 4 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
National rating
Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.
Property is also known as
Ratanui
Ratanui Lodge
Ratanui Lodge Pohara
Ratanui Pohara
Ratanui Hotel Pohara
Ratanui Lodge Pohara, New Zealand - Golden Bay
Ratanui Lodge Pohara
Ratanui Lodge Lodge
Ratanui Lodge Pohara
Ratanui Lodge Lodge Pohara
Frequently asked questions
Does Ratanui Lodge have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at Ratanui Lodge.
How much does it cost to stay at Ratanui Lodge?
As of Nov 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ratanui Lodge on Dec 1, 2025 start from $192.87, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How close is Ratanui Lodge to the beach?
This lodge is a short 1-minute walk from Pohara Beach and 2.9 mi (5-min drive) from Tata Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Ratanui Lodge offer free breakfast?
Ratanui Lodge offers free cooked-to-order breakfast every day from 8 AM to 10:00 AM.
Is there a casino at Ratanui Lodge?
No, there is no casino at this lodge.
What time is check-in at Ratanui Lodge?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Ratanui Lodge?
This lodge offers free self parking.
Does Ratanui Lodge have a pool?
Ratanui Lodge features an outdoor pool.
Does Ratanui Lodge have a restaurant?
Yes, there is a restaurant on site.
Does Ratanui Lodge have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this lodge.